Smuggling gang in Schleswig-Holstein before court: women from Thailand forced into prostitution
A trial has begun at the Itzehoe regional court against a smuggling gang accused of bringing women from Thailand to Germany and forcing them into prostitution.
Smuggling gang in Schleswig-Holstein before court: women from Thailand forced into prostitution
A trial has begun at the Itzehoe regional court against a gang accused of smuggling Thai women to Germany and forcing them into prostitution. The public prosecutor's office has charged the defendants with human trafficking and exploitation of the women.
Investigators believe the group operated systematically. The accused allegedly initially promised the women legal entry and work in Germany. However, after arrival, the victims were reportedly taken to various brothels and forced to provide sexual services.
The parties to the proceedings are debating the precise scope of the offences. The defence disputes parts of the allegations. Several witnesses are expected to testify during the trial.
The court must now clarify the extent to which the defendants controlled the women and exploited them financially. If convicted, the defendants face several years' imprisonment for serious human trafficking.
Source: NDR.de
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